If you’ve been through the home buying or selling process before, you know that a home inspection plays a crucial role. A home inspection can make or break the deal, depending on the severity of what is found during the inspection. No home inspection is perfect, and a potential home seller or buyer being able…
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While it’s part of the job, most home inspectors don’t enjoy climbing onto roofs or trying to shimmy into small, dark crawlspaces. What if you never had to climb on a roof or squeeze into a crawlspace ever again? With the advancement of home inspection robotics, that dream is becoming a reality. Drones By now…
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A home inspection can make or break a sale. Buyers can learn that their dream house needs thousands of dollars in repairs, or that the house isn’t structurally sound or even safe. Real estate agents and home inspectors who trust and understand each other can better serve the client, because everyone is committed to the…
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Inspection Certification Associates is proud to announce that beginning October 7, 2020, home inspection training through Inspection Certification Associates (ICA School) can now be fully covered by the Army Credentialing Assistance Program for eligible Army service members. What Is the COOL Program? The Army COOL (Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) Program offers up to $4,000 in…
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A home inspector identifies health, safety, or major mechanical issues of a house. A home inspector will go through the interior and exterior of the house to record any broken, defective, or hazardous issues with the house or the surrounding area. Home inspectors have a thorough list of items to check in and around the…
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Buying insurance is a highly necessary step in building your own home inspection business. Less fun than designing your company logo and less interesting than training for your home inspection license, the process is anything but exciting. Still, home inspector insurance is a vital resource you simply can’t operate without. Resist the urge to shrug off this important item off…
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The decision to start your own home inspection business is an exciting one. Making the choice to strike out on your own and build a business from scratch takes serious courage. Getting started is half the battle, but knowing where to go next can be confusing for those new to the business world. Luckily, you’ve…
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You’re an expert on HVAC systems. You know the difference between three-tab asphalt and asphalt fiberglass shingles. You can spot a grading defect a mile away. If you’re clueless about home inspection marketing, though, your business can only grow so much. It’s a common challenge home inspectors around the world face when scaling their…
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Homeowners want their houses to be safe, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. For many modern homeowners, though, being eco-friendly is just as important as creating a beautiful, cozy home. As solar roofing options become more popular, home inspectors must evolve with the green trend. Understanding the standards, installation process and maintenance concerns associated with solar…
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Bugs spark different reactions in different people. Whether you’re frightened or fascinated by these critters, they’re always unwelcome indoors. Bugs are unsanitary, annoying intruders who bite, sting, and leave behind nasty waste in their wake. Exposure to some bugs can even result in serious health problems. Thankfully, there are some tried and true strategies you…
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